intensive moisture balance

nourishing antioxidant cream

Ultra-rich antioxidant moisturizer for dry skin. Smooth away the appearance of dry lines and skin damage with stabilized Vitamin C as extracts help reduce the signs of prematurely-aging skin.Learn More

intensive moisture balance

Smooth away the appearance of dry skin and skin damage with stabilized Vitamin C as extracts help reduce the signs of prematurely-aging skin.

Although there is no standard for establishing a gluten-free designation for topical skin care products, independent laboratory testing confirms that this formula surpasses the US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) ingestible standards and can therefore be considered gluten-free.

gluten-free

Formulated without animal-derived ingredients

vegan

Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors

no artificial fragrances and colors

Formulated without Parabens

paraben-free

Certified cruelty-free by Leaping Bunny and PETA

cruelty-free

benefits

Antioxidants help prevent free radical damage.

Strengthens skin's lipid barrier to prevent moisture loss.

Smooths the appearance of fine lines.

how to use

Apply over damp face and throat with light, upward strokes. Use twice daily, morning and night. Can be applied over or mixed with prescribed Dermalogica Concentrated Booster for additional results.

Dermalogica is dedicated to maintaining the accuracy of the ingredient lists on this website. However, because ingredients are subject to change, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, up-to-date and/or error-free. For an accurate listing of ingredients in each product, please refer to your product packaging.

how it works

All Dermalogica products are made in the USA and are free of artificial fragrances, artificial colors, drying S.D. alcohol, and ingredients like Mineral Oil – all of which are known to exacerbate common skin concerns.
With cutting-edge formulas and powerful ingredients, you can be assured you’re giving your skin what it needs to be healthy, and stay healthy, for a lifetime.
Maximize your product results! Use Dermalogica products as prescribed by your Face Mapping® skin analysis, available only from a Dermalogica Professional Skin Therapist.

It was really important to me that I use a skin care line that does not test on animals and is cruelty free. I tried several cruelty free brands that were good, but not the right fit for my skin. When I ordered a sampler of the dry skin products and tried the intensive moisture balance, I was hooked. It makes my skin feel and look hydrated and I know I'm using a product that really works. It does what it claims and they do not test on animals, and that is the number one thing that I look for in any kind of health and beauty product. The price is slightly more than what I would want to pay, but I don't mind because this product really does work and is worth it.

The only downside of this product may be its price, around $72 with the tax where I live but I am not going to take a star off for that reason because I wash and moisturize my face two times a day and this product lasts 2.5 months for me.

I am not used to having dry skin because I was born and raised in a coastal city so my skin is not used to the dust, dirt and dry weather and you can find them all at the same time in West Texas. I had never used any kind of moisturizer either on my face or on my body until I moved to Texas and started having skin problems. I have combination skin, T zone oily/the rest is normal. My dermatologist recommended a drugstore brand moisturizer. It felt so heavy on my face. Then I tried the other fancy brands in Ulta and Sephora. None of them was as moisturizing as this one for winter here and I like the fact that this is in a tube so you don't have to put your finger in it and get the moisturizer contaminated with bacteria.

Since one tube of this moisturizer lasts 2.5 months for me, I need this twice a year and later I use the active moist which is super moisturizing and light for spring, summer and early fall here.

This moisturizer is in a tube, it doesn't clog my pores and it is so rich but not heavy. For this reason, it is worth every penny.

Can't have a skin care routine when the product is routinely out of stock! This is upsetting

How old are you?:

18-24

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

Merchant response: Hi there,

Thank you so much for your feedback. I apologize for your negative experience. We are working to restock as quickly as possible and prevent these types of negative experiences in the future. Please email us at webhelp@dermalogica.com if you have any further questions, as I would like to make this right.

Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. Skin Smoothing Cream is medium weight. It is ideal for dehydrated skin, or skin that is flaky. Dry, Combination and normal skin types can use it. Intensive Moisture Balance is oil rich for skin that lacks oil. Though it is heavier than Skin Smoothing Cream, it won't hydrate dehydrated skin. As mentioned, it is ideal for skin that is oil-dry.

Kind Regards,Bernadette

Answered on 8/16/2017 by Anonymous

Q:

Does the intensive moisture balance help with fine lines and wrinkles?

Thank you for your interest in Dermalogica. Intensive Moisture Balance is oil rich for dry skin that lacks oil. It is a great starter cream if you are interested in preventing aging, especially since oil-dry skin ages a little faster. For best results, use Intensive Moisture Balance with Antioxidant Hydramist and Extra Firming Booster.